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Challenges Faced By Fulani Herders In Urban Nigeria

Challenges faced by Fulani herders in Abuja due to urbanization and climate change, seeking sustainable solutions.

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Cows obstruct Nigeria's capital as climate change and development leave herders with nowhere to go

As the population grows and development extends to rural areas where herders live and graze their cattle, they are now forced to move into the city center in search of pasture

The Independent UK

Russian flags waved during Nigeria protests: why it’s a cause for concern

The #EndBadGovernance protest in Nigeria from 1 August to 10 August took a rather unexpected dimension when some protesters in Kano and Kaduna states, both in the country’s north-west region, were seen waving and sharing Russian flags on the streets. In reaction, Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu met with the country’s…

The Conversation

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Why are Nigerians protesting? Young people were roused by events in Kenya

A demonstration against the president about the cost of living crisis has spread, after youth groups saw protests across the continent force a change in the law

The Guardian - UK

Nigeria anti-hardship protests turn deadly as police fire shots, tear gas

At least 13 protesters have been killed during mass protests in Nigeria over the country's economic crisis, a rights group claimed Friday. Nigeria's police chief defended the security forces, saying they had acted professionally.

Radio France Internationale

‘Nigerians are tired’: Protesters fed up with bad governance, soaring costs

Thousands are protesting poor governance, corruption and the increasing cost of living in Africa’s most populous nation.

Al Jazeera

Up to seven reportedly dead in Nigeria after clashes between police and citizens

Anti-government protests held in Abuja, Minna, Katsina and Lagos despite official efforts to stifle it

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Hundreds protest across Nigeria over soaring cost of living, fuel prices

Demonstrators voice discontent over government reforms they say have triggered high inflation and devalued the currency.

Al Jazeera

Nigeria Police Fire Tear Gas On Hardship Protests

Nigerian police fired tear gas on Thursday to break up several hundred protesters in the northern city of Kano and in the capital Abuja where demonstrators had joined in nationwide rallies against the high cost of living.

International Business Times

Demonstrators in Nigeria gather days early for anti-government protests

Crowds converge on Suleja over economic hardship and record inflation amid warnings against mass action

The Guardian - UK

West African leaders’ summit opens as coup-hit countries form alliance

The formation of Sahel alliance by Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger overshadows ECOWAS summit, set to open in Abuja.

Al Jazeera

Can Senegal’s Faye play peacemaker and help a splintered West Africa bloc?

Experts say ECOWAS’s tensions with Niger, Mali and Burkina Faso could roll back years of regional diplomacy.

Al Jazeera

Why are Nigeria’s worker unions up in arms?

Unions are engaged in negotiations with the government as they demand rise in minimum wages amid cost of living crisis.

Al Jazeera

Nigeria's unions launch indefinite general strike in bid to raise minimum wage

Nigeria's unions have launched an indefinite general strike in a bid to raise the minimum wage. The government's current offer is 60,000 naira a month, or approximately €37. The country is grappling with the fallout from the worst cost-of-living crisis in a generation. Strikers kicked off the standoff in Lagos…

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International Business Times

Nigeria Union Strike Shuts Power Grid, Schools, Disrupts Flights

Nigerian labour unions shut down the national power grid and disrupted flights Monday as they began an indefinite strike that closed schools and public offices after failing to strike a new minimum wage deal with the government.

Marie Claire

Meghan Markle Receives Emotional Reception From Nigerian Community

"Prince Harry, you married the best—our daughter, our friend, Princess Meghan."

Marie Claire

Meghan Markle Receives Heartfelt "Happy Mother's Day" Wish During Nigeria Trip with Prince Harry

"To come to something like this and dedicate yourself, we truly appreciate it so thank you again."

Evening Standard

Prince Harry leaves Meghan in Abuja to visit hospital in 'unsafe' Nigerian territory

Prince meets state premier on visit to promote Invictus Games

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France 24

Binance executive appears in Nigerian court on financial crimes charges

Legal proceedings began in the Nigerian capital Abuja on Thursday, targeting the cryptocurrency exchange Binance and two of its executives on charges of money laundering and tax evasion. Tigran Gambaryan, a US citizen and Binance's head of financial crimes compliance, appeared alone in court after Nadeem Anjarwalla, a British-Kenyan and…

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Nigeria Seeks Trial For Binance Executives Over Money Laundering

Nigerian authorities pursue legal action against Binance and executives for financial crimes in a significant legal development.

International Business Times

Gluwa Partners with the Central Bank of Nigeria to Foster eNaira Adoption

Abuja, Nigeria, March 9th, 2024, Chainwire

Al Jazeera

ECOWAS lifts sanctions on Niger amid tensions in West Africa bloc

The West African alliance holds Abuja summit amid political crises that have rocked the region.

Al Jazeera

‘ECOWAS is making efforts to get across to Niger’: Nigerian defence chief

Ahead of an ECOWAS summit in Abuja, the Nigerian general speaks to Al Jazeera about insecurity in West Africa.

Radio France Internationale

West African leaders set conditions for lifting Niger sanctions

West African leaders on Sunday kept sanctions imposed on Niger after a July military coup and demanded progress towards a short transition to civilian rule before easing the measures.

The Independent UK

Passengers surprised when plane lands 200 miles from destination

Investigation launched by aviation authorities but airline denies it was a mistake

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